A bookstore chain started a program to donate books to prisons and community centers

Park rangers lead guided hikes to teach visitors about local wildlifeNewspaper reports on success of local farmers market in supporting small farms

Astronomers release new images of distant galaxy taken by space telescopeCross country team sets new school record at state competitionStudy finds that reading to young children helps develop language skills

Bakery offers new line of low sugar pastries for health conscious customersPolice department launches new app for reporting non emergency incidents

Art gallery hosts opening reception for new exhibition by local artists

Research indicates that regular stretching reduces muscle sorenessThe mayor announced a plan to plant 12000 trees in the city over the next four years

A hotel chain started using eco-friendly cleaning products in all its propertiesA study revealed that dog owners walk an average of 2500 more steps per day than non-owners

The government announced tax deductions for businesses that donate to animal sheltersA wildfire in a forest preserve burned 6000 acres with no threat to nearby homes

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• ·A bookstore hosted a creative writing workshop
• ·A fast-food chain added plant-based burgers and fries to all its menus
• ·The national weather service warned of flash floods for areas with poor drainage systems
• ·A school started a debate club where students compete against other schools
• ·A city council voted to increase funding for public art projects
• ·Study finds that reading to young children increases their vocabulary by 30 percent
• ·Gardening store offers discount on seeds and tools for spring planting season
• ·The school district provided training for teachers on mental health support
• ·The government invested $400 million in building new solar farms in the southwest
• ·A tennis player won their 22nd Grand Slam title becoming the oldest champion in the sport’s history
• ·A construction company finished building a new bridge that reduces travel time between two cities by 20 minutes
• ·Engineers built a flying car prototype that completed its first test flight
• ·Local businesses reported higher sales during the holiday season
• ·A tornado touched down in a rural community yesterday, destroying 12 homes and injuring three people; emergency services are providing aid.
• ·The national basketball team hired a new coach with international experience
• ·Local authorities started a recycling program for batteries and electronic waste